Kalimpong
Kalimpong is a sleepy little town that is situated at an altitude of 1,200m and at a distance of 50-odd km to the east of Darjeeling. It was once the hub of the trans-Himalayan trade between India and Tibet-merchants used to ferry goods by mule caravans over the Jelepla Pass on the Sikkim-Tibet border.
The name of this town has historic significance. Kalimong was once the headquarters of a Bhutanese Governor. The word "kalim" stands for "the King's minister" and the word "pong" means "stronghold"; hence "Kalimpong" means "the stronghold of the King's minister".
The dense forests of goldenoaktrees that are offset by the rich undergrowth of moss and lichen are an ideal setting for balmy walks on the thick cushions of russet leaves. One comes to Kalimpong to slow and be pampered amid nature's bounties.
Kalimpong, located on a ridge overlooking the Teesta River, is a tourist destination owing to its temperate climate and proximity to popular tourist locations in the region. Horticulture is also important to Kalimpong: it has a flower market notable for its wide array of orchids. Nurseries, which export Himalayan grown flower bulbs, tubers and rhizomes, contribute to the economy of Kalimpong. Home to ethnic Nepalis, indigenous ethnic groups and non-native migrants from other parts of India, the town also is a religious centre of Buddhism. The Buddhist monastery Zang Dhok Palri Phodang holds a number of rare Tibetan Buddhist scriptures.
The name of this town has historic significance. Kalimong was once the headquarters of a Bhutanese Governor. The word "kalim" stands for "the King's minister" and the word "pong" means "stronghold"; hence "Kalimpong" means "the stronghold of the King's minister".
The dense forests of goldenoaktrees that are offset by the rich undergrowth of moss and lichen are an ideal setting for balmy walks on the thick cushions of russet leaves. One comes to Kalimpong to slow and be pampered amid nature's bounties.
Kalimpong, located on a ridge overlooking the Teesta River, is a tourist destination owing to its temperate climate and proximity to popular tourist locations in the region. Horticulture is also important to Kalimpong: it has a flower market notable for its wide array of orchids. Nurseries, which export Himalayan grown flower bulbs, tubers and rhizomes, contribute to the economy of Kalimpong. Home to ethnic Nepalis, indigenous ethnic groups and non-native migrants from other parts of India, the town also is a religious centre of Buddhism. The Buddhist monastery Zang Dhok Palri Phodang holds a number of rare Tibetan Buddhist scriptures.
Attractions & Activities
Adventure Sports
Adventure Sports or Leisure Sports are something new to this region. But as any other promising holiday maker we have taken to adventure sports as a major attraction to our collection of activities or services.
Hikes
The hiking comes under the easy grade. The altitude is less than 1500 m. the hiking takes four days including sightseeing and rafting. This gives you chance to explore the forests and the mountain countryside. You can meet people and interact with them see the terraced cultivation and stay in the mountain hamlets. The walking trails are easy and the stay at the end of the day is comfortable. The trek starts at bagdogra and ends at lepcha Valley Park. Trekking time is between three to six hours every day. the trek is good in all seasons except the monsoon season.
Village Walk
This walk starts from just below the property of the retreat. What the visitor can expect to find will truly mesmerize him. After a walk of 15 minutes, he will come across terraced fields and kitchen gardens. The scenic beauty is unparalleled here with an experience of a true village life with wide fields, bamboo groves, bridges, greenest of hills, peoples houses and their daily activities. You can purchase or admire a vast selection of flowers, climbers, cacti and plants at the nurseries found in this stretch. One can find many subjects in case of photography. These walks truly provide you with perfect moments to capture.
Water Rafting
We do our river rafting at the Teesta River. The drive time to the starting point is approx. 1hr 10mins from the retreat. Transport charge to and from the starting point is extra, if you do not have your own transport. River Rafting is a seasonal sport and also depends on the permits from the authorities, you are to contact us for queries for the same. We only deal on full boat basis and not per person. A single boat seats 8 persons. River rafting is internationally graded on various levels depending upon rapids and current of the river. River Teesta has a grade of 2 to 4 on the international grade scale.
Fishing & Angling
There is nothing like a quite private fishing trip on the Himalayan Rivers in your holiday. It is a full day activity and prior bookings for the same are a must if you would like to make a trip.
The fishing season starts in March and runs through until about June. It picks up again after the monsoons in October. Local fish like the Carp or Katla and Snow trout Asala are available year round . If you are a keen angler, it is recommended that you carry your own equipment, especially flies, plugs and spinners.
Adventure Sports
Adventure Sports or Leisure Sports are something new to this region. But as any other promising holiday maker we have taken to adventure sports as a major attraction to our collection of activities or services.
Hikes
The hiking comes under the easy grade. The altitude is less than 1500 m. the hiking takes four days including sightseeing and rafting. This gives you chance to explore the forests and the mountain countryside. You can meet people and interact with them see the terraced cultivation and stay in the mountain hamlets. The walking trails are easy and the stay at the end of the day is comfortable. The trek starts at bagdogra and ends at lepcha Valley Park. Trekking time is between three to six hours every day. the trek is good in all seasons except the monsoon season.
Village Walk
This walk starts from just below the property of the retreat. What the visitor can expect to find will truly mesmerize him. After a walk of 15 minutes, he will come across terraced fields and kitchen gardens. The scenic beauty is unparalleled here with an experience of a true village life with wide fields, bamboo groves, bridges, greenest of hills, peoples houses and their daily activities. You can purchase or admire a vast selection of flowers, climbers, cacti and plants at the nurseries found in this stretch. One can find many subjects in case of photography. These walks truly provide you with perfect moments to capture.
Water Rafting
We do our river rafting at the Teesta River. The drive time to the starting point is approx. 1hr 10mins from the retreat. Transport charge to and from the starting point is extra, if you do not have your own transport. River Rafting is a seasonal sport and also depends on the permits from the authorities, you are to contact us for queries for the same. We only deal on full boat basis and not per person. A single boat seats 8 persons. River rafting is internationally graded on various levels depending upon rapids and current of the river. River Teesta has a grade of 2 to 4 on the international grade scale.
Fishing & Angling
There is nothing like a quite private fishing trip on the Himalayan Rivers in your holiday. It is a full day activity and prior bookings for the same are a must if you would like to make a trip.
The fishing season starts in March and runs through until about June. It picks up again after the monsoons in October. Local fish like the Carp or Katla and Snow trout Asala are available year round . If you are a keen angler, it is recommended that you carry your own equipment, especially flies, plugs and spinners.
Local Sites
Army Golf Club
The army golf club is one of the important tourist attractions. It is an excellent place for photography. You can focus from all angles at the valleys around and get classy photos of the Durpin monastery. This golf club keeps the offices of the army fit for high altitude soldiering. It is situated on the outskirts of the town. The army golf course has a nine hole course and visitors can play a round of golf by paying a small fee. While at it visitors can enjoy the view of the mountains. It is heavenly and peaceful at the same time relaxing.
Catholic Church
The Catholic Church is the next tourist attraction you would want to see. It is the largest church in this area. This church is an establishment made by the Christian missionaries for the benefit of the local Roman Catholic population. The church has got symbols and wall paintings inside which is a contribution to art and architecture. This church was built in the period of Raj in the year of 1890. This was designed by Mr. Hardy of Edinburgh and it was open to public for prayer and worship in November 1891. it is built in the style of western architecture.
Crockety
It is one of the colonial bungalows of the British Raj during their rule of India. It is open to public for viewing. It has excellent architecture and is majestic looking. It was built by the wool traders of Britain in the 18th century.
The house is quaint and is found in the upper section of the town of Kalimpong. Crockety is one among the favourites in attracting tourist. Just located at the back of this house is the house of famous poet Rabindranath Tagore. he broadcast his poem janmadin on the all India radio on his birthday from this house.
Galingka
Galingka is another of the colonial houses of the British Raj period. It was built by a wool trader as Kalimpong is a centre of wool business in east India. It is situated in the background of Mount Kanchenjunga the second highest peak in the world in Himalayas. It is one of the oldest houses built after Kalimpong became a hill resort. the Galingka house has a secluded nature garden with a lot of orchids, cacti and mountain plants and it is just the place to relax on a holiday or to laze around or watch the butterflies, birds and animals.
Kalimpong Morgan House
Morgan house is one of the colonial bungalows of the British Raj period situated in the town of Kalimpong. Morgan house has been converted into a tourist lodge by the government of India. It was originally the home of a rich jute merchant from Britain.
The garden is very good and the scenic view of the mountains from the house is excellent. Morgan house is open for public viewing. It is now a budget hotel / guest house and is a very comfortable place to stay. It is a heaven on earth for bird and wildlife watchers as the marshes around attract wildlife.
Nature Interpretation Centre
Nature Interpretation Center is an Ecological Museum run by the Ministry of Environment and Forest of India. It is a part of the The Soil Conservation Division. It is run as a museum. It is located in the complex of the forest office.
The display in the museum includes samples, photographs and dioramas relating to nature and conservation.. These depict the relationship between human activities on the environment. The focus of the museum cum exhibition in on the flora, fauna and the wildlife of the region. It is open between 10 am and 4 pm on all days for for the visiting tourists.
Neora National Park
Neora national park is a tourist attraction established in 1986. It is situated near lava. It takes trek loving tourists a long trek through the enchanting forests and the exotic flora. At the end of the trek one can climb the peak called the RacheLa junction (of Bhutan, Sikkim and West Bengal) to view the Chola Range.
It is called the land of the red panda. It is a home to many endangered species of animals, birds and plants like clouded leopard, musk deer, gold naped finch, orchids and ferns. There is a waterfall in the Rishi Valley below. One can enjoy the scenic beauty of it.
The army golf club is one of the important tourist attractions. It is an excellent place for photography. You can focus from all angles at the valleys around and get classy photos of the Durpin monastery. This golf club keeps the offices of the army fit for high altitude soldiering. It is situated on the outskirts of the town. The army golf course has a nine hole course and visitors can play a round of golf by paying a small fee. While at it visitors can enjoy the view of the mountains. It is heavenly and peaceful at the same time relaxing.
Catholic Church
The Catholic Church is the next tourist attraction you would want to see. It is the largest church in this area. This church is an establishment made by the Christian missionaries for the benefit of the local Roman Catholic population. The church has got symbols and wall paintings inside which is a contribution to art and architecture. This church was built in the period of Raj in the year of 1890. This was designed by Mr. Hardy of Edinburgh and it was open to public for prayer and worship in November 1891. it is built in the style of western architecture.
Crockety
It is one of the colonial bungalows of the British Raj during their rule of India. It is open to public for viewing. It has excellent architecture and is majestic looking. It was built by the wool traders of Britain in the 18th century.
The house is quaint and is found in the upper section of the town of Kalimpong. Crockety is one among the favourites in attracting tourist. Just located at the back of this house is the house of famous poet Rabindranath Tagore. he broadcast his poem janmadin on the all India radio on his birthday from this house.
Galingka
Galingka is another of the colonial houses of the British Raj period. It was built by a wool trader as Kalimpong is a centre of wool business in east India. It is situated in the background of Mount Kanchenjunga the second highest peak in the world in Himalayas. It is one of the oldest houses built after Kalimpong became a hill resort. the Galingka house has a secluded nature garden with a lot of orchids, cacti and mountain plants and it is just the place to relax on a holiday or to laze around or watch the butterflies, birds and animals.
Kalimpong Morgan House
Morgan house is one of the colonial bungalows of the British Raj period situated in the town of Kalimpong. Morgan house has been converted into a tourist lodge by the government of India. It was originally the home of a rich jute merchant from Britain.
The garden is very good and the scenic view of the mountains from the house is excellent. Morgan house is open for public viewing. It is now a budget hotel / guest house and is a very comfortable place to stay. It is a heaven on earth for bird and wildlife watchers as the marshes around attract wildlife.
Nature Interpretation Centre
Nature Interpretation Center is an Ecological Museum run by the Ministry of Environment and Forest of India. It is a part of the The Soil Conservation Division. It is run as a museum. It is located in the complex of the forest office.
The display in the museum includes samples, photographs and dioramas relating to nature and conservation.. These depict the relationship between human activities on the environment. The focus of the museum cum exhibition in on the flora, fauna and the wildlife of the region. It is open between 10 am and 4 pm on all days for for the visiting tourists.
Neora National Park
Neora national park is a tourist attraction established in 1986. It is situated near lava. It takes trek loving tourists a long trek through the enchanting forests and the exotic flora. At the end of the trek one can climb the peak called the RacheLa junction (of Bhutan, Sikkim and West Bengal) to view the Chola Range.
It is called the land of the red panda. It is a home to many endangered species of animals, birds and plants like clouded leopard, musk deer, gold naped finch, orchids and ferns. There is a waterfall in the Rishi Valley below. One can enjoy the scenic beauty of it.
Nearby Places
Darjeeling
The unchallenged queen of the Himalayas , Darjeeling always attracts people from all over the world. Darjeeling located in eastern-himalaya is 80 kms from Siliguri town and takes approx 3 hrs to reach. But if someone wants to enjoy the real beauty of journey and has time in hand should take Toy Train ride from Siliguri. The toy train is popularly known as Darjeeling Himalayan Railways or DHR. The toy train approximately takes 8 hrs to reach ( Guiness Railway Book referred to this train journey as one of the most spectacular in the world). Anyone can experience the engineering excellence of the train route. The valleys, lush green forests and tea gardens never give you any chance to look into the other thing while traveling to Darjeeling from Siliguri and no one feel boring as the beauty of the road never provide any chance to do so. The omnipresence of mighty Kanchenjunga Peak ( 3rd highest peak in the world) is felt everywhere in this hill station. Some parts of Darjeeling can be visited by walking and for the rests to be by vehicles.
Kurseong
It is the peace, serenity and the healthy climate that attracted many a great person to this place. Some of the famous poems and songs of Guru Rabindranath Tagore were composed in Kurseong. The magic painter Abanindranath Tagore and great composer Atul Prasad Sen got inspiration for some of their famous works around Kurseong. Sister Nivedita, the great disciple of Swami Vivekananda made Kurseong her home. It is learnt that Mark Twain spent some time in Kurseong in 1885, Fazlul Haque the Prime Minister of undivided Bengal also stayed here. Netaji Subhash Bose was interned by the colonial government for a couple of months in 1936 in a house at Giddapahar near Kurseong. To know more click here.
Pedong
Pedong is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by pine forests. It is situated 20 km from Kalimpong in West Bengal. Pedong commands magnificent views of the snow ranges of Mount Kanchenjunga. It falls on the ancient Silk Route that connected Tibet with India through the Jelep La Pass. Several short and thrilling treks originate from Pedong leading to the Damsangdugi Fort, a historically important site that witnessed a long ethnic war between the Lepchas and Bhutias. A 300 year old ruin hidden by dense forest at Damsangudi still holds memories of the reigns of the Lepcha kindom.
Mirik
Mirik is a picturesque tourist spot that nestles in the serene hills at an altitude of 1,767 m above sea level. It is located just 46 km away from Kurseong. The most beautiful geographical feature of this area is the Sumendu Lake.
Sandakphu
Sandakphu, situated at a height of 3636 m above sea level, might not be famous for any tourist destinations, but is a true paradise for all adventure lovers. Trek to the highest point on this hill station and you will get the never seen before views of the Himalayan Range. A long stretch of Himalayas starting from Bhutan till Mt. Everest is visible. River Teesta flows through Sandakphu at quite a pace. The thundering River Teesta also offers a great option for adventure sports especially river rafting. Sandakphu is the only place in the world where you will find a Rhododendron and Silver fir forests. To reach Sandakphu, one has to nearly trek for 12 hrs from Maneybhanjan, which is the gateway to Sandakphu. You can also hire a Landrover from Maneybhanjan. To know more click here.
The scenic valleys of the Singalila Hills: the dense. green pine forests: the gushing mountain streams: and orchards of oranges and cardamom make Mirik the right place for a relaxing vacation. The monastery at Mirik is considered to be a very sacred place by the Buddhists of this region.
Phalut
Phalut (altitude: 3.600 m) is the second highest peak of West Bengal. It is located inside the Singalila National Park. which is near the West Bengal Sikkim Nepal border. A small bunkhouse of the Indian Army can be found on the peak. Singalila Pass is 17 km away.The indigenous tribes that live near Falut are called Falutians. They have worshipped the peak as a god for more than 300 years. They refer to the peak as "Omna Re Ay."
Lava
32 km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 7200 ft. commands panoramic view of Jelep La and Rechi La passes. Short drives through dense forests from Kalimpong are tourist spots with unspoiled idyllic surroundings. Lava is the gateway to the Neora National Park. To know more click here.
Lolaygaon
56km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 5500ft. Panorromic view of Kanchenjunga can be obtained from this point. Fabulous view of Sunrise over kanchenjunga can seen from Jhandi Dara. To know more click here.
Rishyap
The place can be approached by a four-kilometer walk uphill from Lava (32 km from Kalimpong) through the deep silent forest of Pines, Rhododendrons and Orchids. Non-adventurers can take the 10-kilometer motor-able route from Lava. The enthralling views of the vast range of Kanchenjunga, the blue mountains of Sikkim, Nathu-La and Jelap-La passes are an experience of the lifetime. To know more click here.
Lepchajagat
15km form Darjeeling and 77 Km from Siliguri, Lepchajagat, bascially a Lepcha Village, is situated at Sukhipokhri near Darjeeling on the Ghoom-Mirik road. Located on hill slope covered with rhododendron and oaks a forest bungalow offers a magnificent view of Kanchenjunga snow ranges over the forested hills and is the only accommodation available in the area. A nice peaceful location and is ideal for honeymooners. The bungalow has 6 well-appointed rooms and provides excellent food. An ideal place to explore the tranquillity of unknown Darjeeling hills
Dooars Valley
The Dooars Valley is specially noted for its wild life sanctuaries, the most notable of which is Jaldapara, offering memorable elephant rides through rhino and tiger forests. Other sanctuaries include Buxa Tiger Project, Gorumara and Chapramari.
The unchallenged queen of the Himalayas , Darjeeling always attracts people from all over the world. Darjeeling located in eastern-himalaya is 80 kms from Siliguri town and takes approx 3 hrs to reach. But if someone wants to enjoy the real beauty of journey and has time in hand should take Toy Train ride from Siliguri. The toy train is popularly known as Darjeeling Himalayan Railways or DHR. The toy train approximately takes 8 hrs to reach ( Guiness Railway Book referred to this train journey as one of the most spectacular in the world). Anyone can experience the engineering excellence of the train route. The valleys, lush green forests and tea gardens never give you any chance to look into the other thing while traveling to Darjeeling from Siliguri and no one feel boring as the beauty of the road never provide any chance to do so. The omnipresence of mighty Kanchenjunga Peak ( 3rd highest peak in the world) is felt everywhere in this hill station. Some parts of Darjeeling can be visited by walking and for the rests to be by vehicles.
Kurseong
It is the peace, serenity and the healthy climate that attracted many a great person to this place. Some of the famous poems and songs of Guru Rabindranath Tagore were composed in Kurseong. The magic painter Abanindranath Tagore and great composer Atul Prasad Sen got inspiration for some of their famous works around Kurseong. Sister Nivedita, the great disciple of Swami Vivekananda made Kurseong her home. It is learnt that Mark Twain spent some time in Kurseong in 1885, Fazlul Haque the Prime Minister of undivided Bengal also stayed here. Netaji Subhash Bose was interned by the colonial government for a couple of months in 1936 in a house at Giddapahar near Kurseong. To know more click here.
Pedong
Pedong is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by pine forests. It is situated 20 km from Kalimpong in West Bengal. Pedong commands magnificent views of the snow ranges of Mount Kanchenjunga. It falls on the ancient Silk Route that connected Tibet with India through the Jelep La Pass. Several short and thrilling treks originate from Pedong leading to the Damsangdugi Fort, a historically important site that witnessed a long ethnic war between the Lepchas and Bhutias. A 300 year old ruin hidden by dense forest at Damsangudi still holds memories of the reigns of the Lepcha kindom.
Mirik
Mirik is a picturesque tourist spot that nestles in the serene hills at an altitude of 1,767 m above sea level. It is located just 46 km away from Kurseong. The most beautiful geographical feature of this area is the Sumendu Lake.
Sandakphu
Sandakphu, situated at a height of 3636 m above sea level, might not be famous for any tourist destinations, but is a true paradise for all adventure lovers. Trek to the highest point on this hill station and you will get the never seen before views of the Himalayan Range. A long stretch of Himalayas starting from Bhutan till Mt. Everest is visible. River Teesta flows through Sandakphu at quite a pace. The thundering River Teesta also offers a great option for adventure sports especially river rafting. Sandakphu is the only place in the world where you will find a Rhododendron and Silver fir forests. To reach Sandakphu, one has to nearly trek for 12 hrs from Maneybhanjan, which is the gateway to Sandakphu. You can also hire a Landrover from Maneybhanjan. To know more click here.
The scenic valleys of the Singalila Hills: the dense. green pine forests: the gushing mountain streams: and orchards of oranges and cardamom make Mirik the right place for a relaxing vacation. The monastery at Mirik is considered to be a very sacred place by the Buddhists of this region.
Phalut
Phalut (altitude: 3.600 m) is the second highest peak of West Bengal. It is located inside the Singalila National Park. which is near the West Bengal Sikkim Nepal border. A small bunkhouse of the Indian Army can be found on the peak. Singalila Pass is 17 km away.The indigenous tribes that live near Falut are called Falutians. They have worshipped the peak as a god for more than 300 years. They refer to the peak as "Omna Re Ay."
Lava
32 km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 7200 ft. commands panoramic view of Jelep La and Rechi La passes. Short drives through dense forests from Kalimpong are tourist spots with unspoiled idyllic surroundings. Lava is the gateway to the Neora National Park. To know more click here.
Lolaygaon
56km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 5500ft. Panorromic view of Kanchenjunga can be obtained from this point. Fabulous view of Sunrise over kanchenjunga can seen from Jhandi Dara. To know more click here.
Rishyap
The place can be approached by a four-kilometer walk uphill from Lava (32 km from Kalimpong) through the deep silent forest of Pines, Rhododendrons and Orchids. Non-adventurers can take the 10-kilometer motor-able route from Lava. The enthralling views of the vast range of Kanchenjunga, the blue mountains of Sikkim, Nathu-La and Jelap-La passes are an experience of the lifetime. To know more click here.
Lepchajagat
15km form Darjeeling and 77 Km from Siliguri, Lepchajagat, bascially a Lepcha Village, is situated at Sukhipokhri near Darjeeling on the Ghoom-Mirik road. Located on hill slope covered with rhododendron and oaks a forest bungalow offers a magnificent view of Kanchenjunga snow ranges over the forested hills and is the only accommodation available in the area. A nice peaceful location and is ideal for honeymooners. The bungalow has 6 well-appointed rooms and provides excellent food. An ideal place to explore the tranquillity of unknown Darjeeling hills
Dooars Valley
The Dooars Valley is specially noted for its wild life sanctuaries, the most notable of which is Jaldapara, offering memorable elephant rides through rhino and tiger forests. Other sanctuaries include Buxa Tiger Project, Gorumara and Chapramari.
How to Reach
Kalimpong is a 3-hours drive away from Darjeeling and a two-hour drive away from Siliguri.
- Air Service: The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra about 94-96 kms away from Darjeeling. There are direct flight connections with Delhi, Calcutta and Guwahati. Tourists heading for Darjeeling can get direct taxis/cabs to Darjeeling from Bagdogra or one can head towards Siliguri first and get a transport there. There are a number of transport facilities available from Siliguri - one can reserve a taxi or choose to go by paying per head (Rs. 80 - this varies from time to time) from the Bus Junction area.
- Train Service: Apart from Darjeeling Railway Station the two closest railway stations are Siliguri (80 kms) and New Jalpaiguri (88 kms) from Darjeeling. These railway stations have direct railway connections with Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati, Varanasi and other major cities of India.
- Road Service: The major access to Darjeeling by road is via Siliguri, which is connected to all the major cities. Darjeeling is also very well connected to Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan and its surrounding hills.
- Local Transport: Taxis of different models are available for sightseeing in and around Darjeeling at fixed rates. Ponies can also be availed at Chowrasta for local sightseeing.
Accommodation
Morgan House and Hill Top are run by the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
Hill Top Phone: 03552-255654.
Morgan House phone: 03552-255384, 9733008776
There are lodges run by West Bengal Forest Development Corporation & Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council and severeal private hotels available int the area.
Hill Top Phone: 03552-255654.
Morgan House phone: 03552-255384, 9733008776
There are lodges run by West Bengal Forest Development Corporation & Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council and severeal private hotels available int the area.